Melissa Minutaglio BSN, RN

Melissa Minutaglio BSN, RN has a diverse work experience in the healthcare field. Melissa began their career as a Social Worker at Park Avenue Extended Care Center, where they provided care for patients with varying medical and psychiatric conditions. Melissa then worked as a Social Worker at Long Island Care Center, where they handled crisis intervention, admission and discharge planning, and completed MDS assessments.

Melissa also gained experience as a Nurse Volunteer with International Service Learning, providing nursing services and education in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Melissa then interned as a Nurse Intern at Maximo Nivel in Peru, working in a pediatric well-baby clinic and a hepatitis vaccination program.

Melissa further pursued their nursing career as a Registered Nurse at Brookdale University Hospital and North Shore-LIJ Health System, where they worked in neonatal intensive care units, well-baby nurseries, postpartum/mother-baby areas, and a neonatal ICU. Additionally, they worked as a Registered Nurse at Winston Staffing, providing nursing services in various settings such as skilled nursing facilities, schools, and home care environments.

Melissa's experience also includes working as a Registered Nurse in the neonatal ICU at Northern Westchester Hospital and as an Occupational Health Coordinator at Elizabeth Seton Children's, where they managed annual influenza and Covid-19 vaccine programs and was responsible for contact tracing and quarantine oversight. Melissa has also served as a Nursing Supervisor and Assistant Nurse Manager at Elizabeth Seton Children's, where they were involved in nurse management duties, staff mentoring and evaluation, and provided hands-on care.

Throughout their career, Melissa has demonstrated their ability to provide high-quality nursing care, prioritize patient safety, and effectively communicate with patients and their families. With their strong background in various healthcare settings and a focus on infection control, Melissa Minutaglio BSN, RN is a valuable asset to any healthcare team.

Melissa Minutaglio BSN, RN has a diverse education history. Melissa first attended Boston University where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology. Melissa then went on to attend Kaplan University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In addition to these degrees, Melissa also completed an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse from Nassau Community College.

Although the exact years of completion for each degree are not provided, it can be inferred that Melissa has a well-rounded educational background in both psychology and nursing.

In terms of additional certifications, Melissa has obtained certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), although the details of the institution and the year obtained are not mentioned.